Medowie pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Medowie is moderate; acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus are moderate.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) cypress remains moderate, acacia declining, eucalyptus declining.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week acacia, cypress, and eucalyptus will increase; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Moderate | 30/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 46/100 |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Moderate | 33/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia (Acacia) | Low | 10/100 | |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | Moderate | 26/100 | |
| Eucalyptus (Myrtaceae) | Low | 15/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Medowie sits in the Port Stephens hinterland, where spotted gum and blackbutt forest on sandy soils meets grazing paddocks and rural residential blocks; banksia and other heath shrubs occupy drier ridges, with paperbark in low, poorly drained pockets. The local growing season follows a familiar temperate pattern: wattle blooms first in late winter, eucalypts flower through spring, and pasture and lawn grasses take over as the main pollen source into early summer.
Medowie, in the Port Stephens hinterland north of Newcastle, sits between coastal influence and semi-rural bushland, giving it a moderate temperate pollen season. Tree pollen from casuarina, paperbark and introduced species builds from August, with grass pollen from surrounding pasture and cleared bushland peaking October to December. Proximity to Port Stephens brings some coastal moderation of temperature extremes, while the area's bushland setting keeps background tree and shrub pollen present at low levels across much of the year.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New South Wales
Is pollen high in Medowie right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Medowie are moderate. Acacia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress and myrtle remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Medowie tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Medowie will be different from today, with cypress at moderate levels and acacia, myrtle continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Medowie this week?
According to the five-day outlook, acacia, cypress, and myrtle pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Medowie?
On 20 September 2026, Acacia is the dominant pollen source in Medowie. cypress and myrtle are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Medowie?
How often is the Medowie pollen forecast updated?
The Medowie pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Medowie come from nearby or far away?
Studies show that most pollen exposure (often 70–90%) comes from nearby sources, such as local trees and vegetation. A good pollen forecast therefore depends on accurately representing local vegetation. Pollen can travel long distances, but this usually matters only early in the season or during specific wind events.
Are pollen levels in Medowie based on measurements or forecasts?
Pollen data is often misunderstood. Most "pollen levels" are not real-time measurements, but forecasts.
Direct pollen measurements are typically delayed by 1-2 days because they require manual analysis. To show current conditions in Medowie, modern forecasts combine recent measurements, weather data, and information about local vegetation.
This allows us to estimate pollen levels for today and the coming days, not just report the past.
Airmine’s atmospheric monitoring platform was developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team, using satellite and Earth observation technologies to improve emissions monitoring.
Understanding the Scale
The 0–100 scores represent risk levels, not direct measurements of pollen or air pollutant concentrations. Higher scores indicate higher risk. Pollen and air quality use different thresholds.
Pollen
| None | 0 | No or negligible risk of exposure. Pollen/mold exposure is expected to be minimal. |
| Low | 0-25 | Low risk of exposure. Small amounts of pollen or mold spores may be present. |
| Moderate | 25-50 | Moderate risk of exposure. Pollen/mold exposure is expected to be noticeable. |
| High | 50-75 | High risk of exposure. Elevated pollen/mold exposure is expected. |
| Very High | 75-100 | Very high risk of exposure. Pollen/mold exposure is expected to be at or near its highest levels. |
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